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Haitian Revolution, Part II: 1794-1804

11/30/2019

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Between 1794 and 1804, the newly emancipated people of the colony of Saint-Domingue created a government under the leadership of Toussaint Louverture and defeated Napoleonic forces to become their own independent country. In this episode, Elizabeth explains the role of Louverture but also the international ramifications of the creation of Haiti.

Podcaster: Elizabeth ​


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Haitian Revolution, Part I: 1791-1793

11/16/2019

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In 1791, the enslaved people of France's wealthiest colony, Saint-Domingue, rose up for freedom. In this episode, Elizabeth examines the many factors that led to the abolition of slavery in the region now known as Haiti. The French Revolution, Kongolese leadership, social stratification, religion, and many other aspects all pay a role in what will become the first successful slave revolt of the Atlantic world. 

Podcaster: ​Elizabeth ​
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The Unquiet Afterlife of Elizabeth Siddal

11/2/2019

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PictureOphelia by Sir John Everett Millais, Tate Museum, 1851-1852
Following a tumultuous life entrenched in Britain's art world, Elizabeth Siddal was laid to rest in 1862, but only a few years later her coffin was reopened. Find out the story of her life, marriage to Dante Gabriel Rossetti, death, and afterlife in this episode.

Podcaster: Christine


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special edition: History for Halloween VI

10/19/2019

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​Ghosts, vampires, and more lurk in this year's installment of History for Halloween. Join us for our traditional episode featuring bits of history perfect for the creepiest time of the year.

Podcasters: Christine, Elizabeth, Kristin, Lesley, and Lucy.



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The Chinese Exclusion Act

10/5/2019

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In the 19th century, the Qing government of China faced major setbacks in the wake of military conflicts with European powers, spurring economic downturn and an immigration exodus out of the country. Increasing numbers of Chinese began to arrive on the West Coast of the United States, drawn by the California Gold Rush and seeking new economic opportunities to support their extended families back in China.  Soon, however, American economic conditions began to take on racist overtones, as public opinion began to turn against the Chinese.  In this episode, we look at the history of Chinese immigration to the United States, its increasing legal restrictions, and the long-term consequences of the Page Act of 1875 and the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882.

Podcaster: Nathan


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The Life and Travels of Newport Gardner

9/21/2019

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In the 1760s, Occramer Marycoo was taken to the American colonies against his will. When he re-crossed the Atlantic in 1826, he was a free man who also went by the name Newport Gardner. In between, he was a composer, a teacher, a small-business owner, and a prominent member of Newport, Rhode Island Free African community. In this episode, Kristin follows the remarkable journey of the man, who bought his freedom and returned to Africa, known as both Occramer Marycoo – and Newport Gardner.   

Podcaster: Kristin


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Evil Humors and the Common Cold

9/7/2019

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Ache in the head, running of the nose, and the throat being pierced by pain like a spear: medieval descriptions of common ailments are often familiar, as well as startlingly vivid. This podcast episode looks at everyday remedies in medieval Europe. From chicken and barley to spiced wine, many such remedies were delicious and nutritious. Administering medicine — from comfort food to careful concoctions — was based on both education and experience.

Podcaster: Lucy


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Revolutionary Notre-Dame de Paris

8/24/2019

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In April 2019, a fire at the French cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris had people around the world glued to their news feeds and televisions. Join Christine and Elizabeth for a discussion about some significant events that took place at Notre-Dame during one of France’s most turbulent periods, the span from the French Revolution to the exile of Napoleon III.

Podcasters: Christine and Elizabeth


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The Emu War

8/10/2019

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Of all the wars in the 20th century, no loss was more frustrating than the military operation against the emu in Western Australia in 1932. Learn about the treatment of these enormous flightless birds as an organized military formation and the subsequent disaster as no amount of military force could successfully and effectively defeat these warriors of the animal world.

Podcaster: Lesley


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An Extraordinary Medicine Called Theriac

7/27/2019

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PictureTheriac Jar – 1782 from the French Hospices de Beaune
Theriac was a medicine of legendary origins, multiple ingredients, and a reputation for efficacy that extended for hundreds of years. It was said to be able to cure everything from migraines to the plague. In this episode, Kristin looks at some of the ingredients and processes that went into making theriac, where it could be found, who was selling it, and whether there was anything behind its extraordinary claims.   

​Podcaster:Kristin


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Purgatory Is Not the Medium Place

7/13/2019

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The landscape of the Christian afterlife has never been static, and over the last 2,000 years, the theology of what the hereafter looks like has evolved drastically.  In this episode, we trace the origins and medieval development of one of the most significant and controversial Christian beliefs: Purgatory.

​Podcaster: Nathan


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Jessie Pope, (In)Famous Poet of World War One

5/18/2019

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One of the most famous poets of WWI is largely unknown today. In this episode, Elizabeth reviews the life and poems of Jessie Pope to determine who she was, why Wilfred Owen hated her so, and why we don't know more about her today. ​

Podcaster: Elizabeth


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The Woman Who Signed the Declaration of Independence

5/4/2019

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The Declaration of Independence has many well-known men's names on it, especially that of John Hancock. But what of the woman whose name appears on the printed version of this auspicious document? In this episode, Lesley explores the life and role of Mary Katharine Goddard. An important contributor to the fledgling American government, Goddard's name should be better known for politics, journalism, and revolution.

​Podcaster: Lesley


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King John and His Dogs

4/20/2019

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King John is often remembered as one of England’s most inept and disliked rulers. By the time he was forced to sign the Magna Carta in 1215, John lost authority, territory, and a lot of friends. Some, however, did remain loyal. In this week’s episode, Kristin looks at King John and his dogs.   

Podcaster: Kristin


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Harlem Renaissance Man: James Weldon Johnson

4/6/2019

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Diplomat and hymn-writer, Broadway lyricist, activist, and historian, James Weldon Johnson was an early figurehead of the NAACP. This week's episode explores his life and multifaceted legacy.

Podcaster: Lucy


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Henry II and Thomas Becket, Part II: Rivals

3/23/2019

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Not all friendships are meant to last, but some go the extra mile and turn into bitter rivalries. Picking up where we left off at the end of Part I, this episode follows the relationship between  King Henry II and Archbishop Thomas Becket to the violent ending that left only one man standing.

Podcaster: Christine


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Henry II and Thomas Becket, Part I: Friends

3/9/2019

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​Being King of England isn't an easy task, but Henry II was aided by his good friend Thomas Becket serving as Chancellor. Then, Henry saw an opportunity to place Thomas in the highest position of power in the English church. What could go wrong?

​Podcaster: Christine


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The History of Grades

2/23/2019

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B-, 3.85, 16/20, upper second--modern methods of gauging a student's performance in a class can vary widely from country to country.  But most of these systems are shockingly recent developments, and for much of human history "grades" as such didn't exist.  In this episode, we'll look at the history of American systems of educational evaluation from their emergence in the 18th century to their standardization in the 20th.

Podcaster: Nathan


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The End is Nigh! The Apocalypse in the Renaissance

2/9/2019

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At the dawn of the 1500s, Europe was enjoying more wealth than ever before. Consumption was conspicuous, luxury was accessible… and sin was rife. Preachers like Savonarola foretold the end of the world, and people listened. In this episode of Footnoting History, learn about falling church towers, divine portents, papal curses, and how the European populace dealt with new identities and new opportunities at the opening of the early modern period.

Podcaster: Lucy


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American Indian Prisoners of War

1/26/2019

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Wars between British colonizers and American Indians were a constant part of life in Colonial America. In this episode, Elizabeth explains the myriad ways American Indians became prisoners of war as well as how they were treated, including being sent as slaves to Barbados and other places.

Podcaster: Elizabeth


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